1992 Rover 100 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
